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22 July 2022
Issue: 7988 / Categories: Legal News , Family
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Wedding freedom on the way

The Law Commission has proposed reforms to give couples more choice about their wedding ceremonies by focusing regulatory restrictions on the officiant not the location
Weddings would therefore be allowed to take place outdoors, on beaches, in gardens, village halls, on cruise ships in international waters, in their own homes and in parks. Protections against forced and predatory marriage would be enhanced, and both non-religious and religious groups would be allowed to conduct legally binding weddings. The Commission’s final report, Weddings, was published this week. 
Issue: 7988 / Categories: Legal News , Family
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Bell Yard Kysen—Liz Giles

Bell Yard Kysen—Liz Giles

Bell Yard Kysen appoints senior legal PR and ex-government communications adviser, Liz Giles

Clarke Willmott—Lee Edwards

Clarke Willmott—Lee Edwards

Clarke Willmott boosts Southampton commercial property team with addition of partner Lee Edwards

Lime Solicitors—four promotions

Lime Solicitors—four promotions

Lime Solicitors announces four promotions

NEWS
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Possession claims are entering a new digital era, with procedural traps awaiting practitioners who assume familiar rules still govern every step
The Environment Agency can prosecute offences beyond environmental legislation where proceedings support its statutory functions, the Divisional Court has confirmed
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